Pioneer Programme - Martin Hartley Interview

Recently selected for the Shackleton Pioneers programme, Martin Hartley, an adventurer and acclaimed environmental photographer is known for his decades-long dedication to documenting the Arctic an...

Pioneer Programme - Louis Rudd Interview

The Shackleton Pioneer Programme brings together trailblazers from across the globe to share stories of resilience, adventure, and leadership. In this interview, we have the privilege of hearing fr...

Pioneer Programme - Levison Wood Interview

To mark the launch of the Shackleton Pioneer programme, Shackleton’s Amelia Steele interviews Levison Wood, the celebrated British explorer, author, and photographer. Levison is known for his remar...

Ananya Prasad: A Solo Journey Across the Ocean, and Beyond

As the days count down to the start of her incredible solo ocean rowing adventure, Ananya Prasad is preparing for more than just the physical challenge ahead. On December 12th, Ananya will embark o...

Cat Burford: A Polar Journey Fueled by Resilience, Research, and Inspiration

Ahead of her solo expedition to the South Pole, Cat Burford sat down with Shackleton's Amelia Steele to reflect on her journey - from her demanding career as an NHS dentist to to her first Fin...

Karen Kyllesø’s Journey to Become the Youngest to Ski Solo to the South Pole

Karen Kyllesø, 21, is setting out to make history by becoming the youngest person to ski solo and unsupported to the South Pole, a record she hopes to break by an impressive six years. This extraor...

Endurance // Film Report

“I have often marvelled at the thin line which separates success from failure.”- Sir Ernest Shackleton Shackleton team members were delighted to be invited to the film premiere of ENDURANCE at the ...

Capture The Extreme 2024 - Explorer's Choice Award - Behind the Winning Shot

We just announced that the winner of the 2024 Explorer's Choice Award for Capture The Extreme in collaboration with Leica, was Felix Vollmann. He received just over 25% of the public vote for his ...

CAPTURE THE EXTREME 2024 // Explorer's Choice Award - The Results!

Earlier this year we announced the results of the 2024 Shackleton x Leica Capture The Extreme Photography Competition. We also launched the Explorers’ Choice Award, whereby we asked you to vote fo...

CAPTURE THE EXTREME 2024 // Explorer's Choice Award - Cast Your Vote!

As we announce the results of the 2024 ‘Capture The Extreme’ Photography Competition, we also launch the Explorers’ Choice Award and invite you to cast your vote for a winner. With a record number...